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Ministry of Health and Family Welfare
New Specified Health Warning on Tobacco Products packs
The Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, Government of India has notified new sets of specified health warnings for all tobacco product packs by making an amendment in the Cigarettes and other Tobacco Products  Rules, 2008 vide GSR 331 dated 3rd April 2018 “Cigarettes and other Tobacco Products  Second Amendment Rules, 2018”. The amended Rules will be applicable w.e.f. 1st September 2018.
The new set of specified health warnings shall be-
- Image-1, which shall be valid for a period of twelve months following its commencement.
Image- 1
 Image-2,which shall come into effect following the end of twelve months from the date of commencement of specified health warning of Image-1.
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One of the most important key features of the new set of specified health warnings will include telephone Quit-line number “QUIT TODAY CALL 1800-11-2356”. This will help in creating awareness among tobacco users, and give them access to counseling services to effect behavior change. It is also likely to lead to an increase in demand for tobacco cessation. Further, now the same set of warning images shall be on both smoking and smokeless forms of tobacco products.
The toll free Tobacco Quit-line Services [1800-11-2356] provides counseling and strategies for quitting tobacco use. As per the recent second round of Global Adult Tobacco Survey [GATS -2, 2016-17] conducted in the age group 15 years and above, 61.9% of current cigarette smokers, 53.8% of current bidi smokers and 46.2% of current smokeless tobacco users thought about quitting because of warning label on packets of cigarette, bidi and smokeless tobacco.
The said notification along with printable version of warnings is available on the Ministry’s website i.e. www.mohfw.gov.in. Printable versions of the new warnings in all regional languages shall also soon be made available on Ministry’s website. In view of the above, it is informed that before the new set of specified health warning come into force from 1st September, 2018, the existing specified health warnings on tobacco product packs shall be continued till 31st August, 2018, as per amendment made in the Cigarettes and other Tobacco Products  Rules, 2008 vide GSR 283  dated 26th March 2018.
Prime Minister's Office
India-Central Asia Virtual Summit
Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi hosted the first India-Central Asia Summit in virtual format on 27 January 2022, which was attended by Presidents of the Republic of Kazakhstan, Kyrgyz Republic, Republic of Tajikistan, Turkmenistan and Republic of Uzbekistan. This first India-Central Asia coincided with the 30th anniversary of establishment of diplomatic relations between India and Central Asian countries.
During the Summit, Prime Minister Modi and the Central Asian Leaders discussed the next steps in taking India-Central Asia relations to new heights. In a historic decision, the Leaders agreed to institutionalize the Summit mechanism by deciding to hold it every 2 years. They also agreed on regular meetings of Foreign Ministers, Trade Ministers, Culture Ministers and Secretaries of the Security Council to prepare the groundwork for the Summit meetings. An India-Central Asia Secretariat in New Delhi would be set up to support the new mechanism.
The Leaders discussed far-reaching proposals to further cooperation in areas of trade and connectivity, development cooperation, defence and security and, in particular, on cultural and people to people contacts. These included a Round-Table on Energy and Connectivity; Joint Working Groups at senior official level on Afghanistan and use of Chabahar Port; showcasing of Buddhist exhibitions in Central Asian countries and commissioning of an India-Central Asia dictionary of common words, joint counter-terrorism exercises, visit of 100 member youth delegation annually from Central Asian countries to India and special courses for Central Asian diplomats.
Prime Minister Modi also discussed the evolving situation in Afghanistan with the Central Asian leaders. The leaders reiterated their strong support for a peaceful, secure and stable Afghanistan with a truly representative and inclusive government. Prime Minister conveyed India’s continued commitment to provide humanitarian assistance to the Afghan people.
A comprehensive Joint Declaration was adopted by the leaders that enumerates their common vision for an enduring and comprehensive India-Central Asia partnership.
Special Service and Features
Union Minister Shri Nitin Gadkari to inaugurate projects worth Rs 40,453 crore in State
Union Minister of Road Transport and Highways Shri Nitin Gadkari will inaugurate and lay the foundation stone of 12 National Highway development projects worth Rs 40,453 crore in Kerala tomorrow .The event will be held at the Travancore International Convention Centre at Karyavattom Sports Hub, Thiruvananthapuram at 3:45 PM. Chief Minister Shri Pinarayi Vijayan will preside the function. Union Minister of State for Road Transport and Highways Gen. Dr. V.K Singh ,Union Minister of State for External Affairs & Parliamentary Affairs Shri V. Muraleedharan, State Public Works Development & Tourism Minister P.A.Muhammad Rias will attend the event.The projects will have 403 km inside Kerala and are implemented by the National Highways Authority of India .
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Ministry of Defence
INDIAN AND BANGLADESH ARMIES BEGIN JOINT EXERCISE
SAMPRITI-XI IN UMROI, MEGHALAYA
India and Bangladesh commenced the 11th edition of annual joint military exercise, SAMPRITI on 03rd October 2023 in Umroi, Meghalaya. This exercise, alternatingly organised by both countries, signifies strong bilateral defence cooperation initiatives. With its inception in Jorhat, Assam in 2009, the exercise has witnessed ten successful editions till 2022.
SAMPRITI-XI, scheduled for 14 days, will engage approximately 350 personnel from both sides. The exercise underscores the importance of enhancing interoperability between the two armies, sharing tactical drills, and promoting best practices.
The Bangladesh contingent comprises 170 personnel, led by Brigadier General Mohammed Mafizul Islam Rashed, Commander of 52 Bangladesh Infantry Brigade. The lead unit from the Bangladesh Army side is 27 Bangladesh Infantry Regiment. Indian contingent mainly comprises troops from a battalion of RAJPUT Regiment. Brigadier SK Anand, Commander of a Mountain Brigade is leading the Indian contingent. The exercise will also witness participation by personnel from diverse units such as artillery, engineers and other supporting arms and services from both sides.
Centered on the conduct of Sub-Conventional Operations as per Chapter VII of the UN mandate, SAMPRITI-XI will include a Command Post Exercise  and a Field Training Exercise , culminating in a Validation Exercise.
20 Officers from each contingent will participate in the CPX, focusing on decision-making after thorough deliberations. This will be followed by FTX wherein grassroots-level operations will be validated. The FTX will include a series of joint tactical drills for counter-terrorist operations such as hostage rescue, crowd control measures, and use of helicopters in counter-terrorist operations. The Validation Exercise will be conducted on 14th and 15th October 2023 in Darranga Field Firing Range, Assam. During the course of the exercise, the participants will also get to witness the prowess of ‘Atmanirbhar Bharat’ Equipment Display.
SAMPRITI-XI promises to further enhance defence cooperation between India and Bangladesh, fostering deeper bilateral relations, cultural understanding, and mutual benefits from shared experiences in Sub Conventional Operations.
Ministry of Law and Justice
President appoints Shri Rajendra Badamikar and Sushree Khazi Jayabunnisa Mohiuddin as Additional Judges of Karnataka High Court
The President of India, in exercise of the power conferred by clause  of Article 224 of the Constitution of India, appointed Shri Rajendra Badamikar, and Sushree Khazi Jayabunnisa Mohiuddin to be an Additional Judges of the Karnataka High Court for a period of two years with effect from the date they assumes charge of their respective offices. A notification in this regard was issued by Department of Justice, Ministry of Law & Justice on 22 March, 2021.
Shri Rajendra Badamikar, B.Sc., LL. B , joined the Judicial Service as a Munsiff on October 18, 1993 and has worked in the cadres of Civil Judge, District Judge and Sessions Judge for more than 26 years. He also performed duties as Registrar , High Court of Karnataka. Presently, he is working as Registrar General, High Court of Karnataka, Bengaluru.
Sushree Khazi Jayabunnisa Mohiuddin, B.Sc., LL.M., joined the Judicial Service as a Munsiff on October 18, 1993 and has worked in the cadres of Civil Judge, Principal District and Sessions Judge for more than 26 years. She also performed duties as Registrar , High Court of Karnataka. Presently, she is working as Registrar , High Court of Karnataka, Bengaluru.
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Ministry of Defence
Rear Admiral Sanjay Jasjit Singh takes over as Western Fleet Commander
At an impressive ceremonial parade held on 22 Mar 19 at Naval dockyard, Mumbai, Rear Admiral Sanjay Jasjit Singh, NM took over charge of Western Fleet, the 'Sword Arm' of the Indian Navy, from Rear Admiral MA Hampiholi, AVSM, NM.
Rear Admiral Sanjay Jasjit Singh was commissioned into the Indian navy in 1986 and is an alumnus of the National Defence Academy, Khadakwasla. A specialist in Navigation and Direction, he has held a range of command, training and staff appointments during his career. His sea command appointments include that of the ASW and UAV-control Frigate Taragiri, where he was awarded the Nao Sena Medal, and the multi-role Frigate Trishul. His other important appointments include Officer-in-Charge Local Workup Team , Indian Naval Attache at Iran, Joint Director of Personnel, Principal Director of Naval Operation and Principal Director of Strategy, Concepts and Transformation at IHQ MoD . On promotion to Flag rank, he served as Assistant Chief of Naval Staff  and Flag Officer Sea Training.
He also has the distinction of being the lead drafter for the Indian Navy’s Maritime Doctrine in 2009, Indian Maritime Security Strategy and Strategic Guidance to Transformation in 2015. A keen student of military affairs, he has completed several post-graduate study programmes, including MSc and MPhil in Defence and Strategic Studies from Madras University, MA in Defence Studies from King’s College, London and MA , MPhil  and PhD in Political Science from Mumbai University.
Rear Admiral MA Hampiholi is proceeding to IHQ MoD , New Delhi, as Director General Naval Operations in the rank of Vice Admiral on 27 Mar 19. Under Rear Admiral MA Hampiholi, the Western Fleet had undertaken several operational deployments and multinational exercises, strengthening maritime security and deterrence at sea, for which he was recently awarded the Ati Vishist Seva Medal.
Ministry of Chemicals and Fertilizers
Pricing Policy of Medicines
The extant National Pharmaceutical Pricing Policy , notified on 7th December, 2012, has been formulated with an objective to put in place a regulatory framework for pricing of drugs so as to ensure availability of essential medicines at reasonable prices while providing sufficient opportunity for innovation and competition to support the growth of pharma industry. The policy made a shift from earlier ‘cost based’ pricing under the Drug Policy, 1994 to ‘market based’ pricing.
In pursuance of NPPP, 2012, the Government notified the Drugs  Order, 2013 . As per the provisions of DPCO, 2013, the National Pharmaceutical Pricing Authority  fixes the ceiling price of all scheduled formulations appearing in National List of Essential Medicines . All the manufacturers of these drugs are required to sell their product equal to or lower than the ceiling price. Further, NPPA monitors the prices of non-scheduled drugs so as to ensure that the increase in their Maximum Retail Price  is not more than 10% of what was prevalent during the preceding twelve months.
The information was given by the Minister of State for Chemicals and Fertilizers, Shri Bhagwanth Khuba in a written reply in the Lok Sabha today.
Ministry of Labour & Employment
Consumer Price Index for Industrial Workers  - April, 2019
The All-India CPI-IW for April, 2019 increased by 3 points and pegged at 312 . On 1-month percentage change, it increased by  0.97 per cent between March, 2019 and April, 2019 when compared with the increase of  0.35 per cent between the corresponding months of previous year.
The maximum upward pressure in current index came from Food group contributing  2.26 percentage points to the total change. At item level, Arhar Dal, Fish Fresh, Goat Meat, Poultry , Fresh Milk, Chillies Green, Garlic, Ginger, Onion, Apple, Banana, Lemon, Brinjal, Cabbage, Carrot, Cauliflower, French Bean, Green Coriander Leaves, Lady's Finger, Methi, Palak, Peas, Potato, Radish, Tomato, Torai, Electricity Charges, Ornament Glass, etc. are responsible for the increase in index. However, this increase was checked by Eggs , Tamarind, Bitter Gourd, Parval, Cucumber, Kharbooza, Mango , Flowers/ Flower Garlands, etc., putting downward pressure on the index.
The year-on-year inflation based on CPI-IW stood at 8.33 per cent for April, 2019 as compared to 7.67 per cent for the previous month and 3.97 per cent during the corresponding month of the previous year. Similarly, the Food inflation stood at  4.92 per cent against  3.96 per cent of the previous month and  1.33 per cent during the corresponding month of the previous year.
At centre level Rourkela, Howrah and Siliguri reported the maximum increase of 7 points each followed by Mysore, Munger-Jamalpur and Varanasi . Among others, 5 points increase was observed in 8 centres, 4 points in 8 centres, 3 points in 15 centres, 2 points in 23 centres and 1 point in 10 centres. Rest of the 8 centres' indices remained stationary.
The indices of 35 centres are above All-India Index and 43 centres' indices are below national average.
Ministry of Defence
IAF Kiran Trainer Aircraft Crash
An Indian Air Force Kiran trainer aircraft was airborne from Air Force Station Hakimpet on 28 Nov 18 at 1130 hrs on a routine training mission. The aircraft crashed in the local flying area at approximately 1150 hrs. The pilot ejected safely.
There are neither injuries reported from the civil populace nor any damage to property. A Court of Inquiry has been ordered to investigate the accident.
AYUSH
Ministry of AYUSH Issues Notice of Caution to AYUSH Professionals on “Recruitment Fraud”
Fraudulent and suspicious advertisements for recruitment of AYUSH professionals
The public in general and AYUSH professionals in particular are hereby cautioned that in recent past, some fraudulent/ suspicious advertisements for recruitment of AYUSH professionals have come up in the electronic media which seek to draw out payment in the form of “Registration Fees” etc. from gullible individuals. Such fraudulent/ suspicious notices are issued typically by agencies with misleading names that sound like government bodies, and seek to elicit payments  through online payment methods.
One such fraudulent/ suspicious advertisement that has come to the notice of the Ministry of AYUSH, Government of India appeared on the blog-publishing platform “Blogspot” in the name of AYUSHGRAM BHARAT, which claims to be the NRHM WELLNESS CENTER INDIA. The link to the advertisement is https://ayushgrambharat.blogspot.com/2020/01/welcome-to-ayushgram-bharat-nrhm.html
While the Ministry of AYUSH will seek appropriate administrative and legal action in the matter, the public in general and AYUSH professionals in particular are hereby requested to note that the recruitment process followed by the Ministry of AYUSH and its subordinate organisations always follow the formal procedures prescribed by the Government of India, and are accompanied by formal announcements in the official websites  of the respective organisations.
The Ministry hereby cautions all concerned that the Ministry of AYUSH has no connection whatsoever to the aforesaid recruitment announcement by individuals / recruitment agencies who are misguiding job-seekers by promising them government positions. Further, they are also seen to be un-authorisedly using logo/ images belonging to the Government of India as well as fake address similar to that of the Ministry to mislead the people.
The public in general and AYUSH professionals in particular are hereby advised to kindly cross-check the facts stated in such advertisements and verify the identity/ authenticity of individuals / recruitment agencies who issue such advertisements, before responding to them.RJ/SK
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Prime Minister's Office
Prime Minister chairs a high-level meeting to review the Covid-19 related situation in the country
PM reviews availability of medical infrastructure
3 Empowered groups give presentation to PM
PM directs officials to ensure rapid upgradation of health infrastructure
PM Narendra Modi chaired a meeting with top officials to review the Covid-19 relation situation in the country. He got an overview on the situation in the country relating to oxygen availability, medicines, health infrastructure, etc.
The Empowered Group working on boosting Oxygen Supply briefed the Prime Minister on the efforts being made to ramp up availability and supply of oxygen in the country. They informed the PM about increasing allocation of Oxygen to states. It was discussed that the production of LMO in the country has increased from 5700 MT/day in August 2020 to the present 8922 MT . The domestic production of LMO is expected to cross 9250 MT/day by the end of April 2021.
PM instructed the officials to work closely with state governments to start the PSA Oxygen plants at the earliest. Officers also apprised the PM that they are encouraging states to also set up PSA Oxygen plants.
PM was briefed about the functioning of the Oxygen Express Railways Service as well as the domestic sorties & international sorties undertaken by IAF to transport oxygen tankers.
The Empowered Group working on Medical Infrastructure and Covid management briefed the PM on efforts being undertaken to ramp up availability of beds and ICUs. They informed the PM on efforts being break the chain of transmission. PM stressed on the need to ensure that specific guidelines and strategies evolved regarding Covid management needs to be properly implemented by the relevant agencies in the States.
The Empowered Group working on communication informed the PM on the efforts being undertaken to improve awareness among people on Covid-related behaviour.
Cabinet Secretary, Home Secretary, Secretary RT&H, Secretary I&B, Secretary Pharmaceuticals, Member NITI Aayog, DG ICMR, Secretary Biotechnology & other senior officers were present in the meeting.
Ministry of Finance
Commitment of Financial Outlay of Rs 1.97 Lakh Crore in the next 5 years starting Fy 2021-22 for PLI schemes in 13 sectors
7 New Textile parks to be launched over 3 years
The government has committed nearly Rs 1.97 lakh crore in the next 5 years starting FY 2021-22 to help bring scale and size in key sectors, create and nurture global champions and provide jobs to our youth. This was proposed by Union Minister for Finance & Corporate Affairs Smt. Sitharaman while presenting Union Budget in Parliament here today.
Smt. Sitharaman said that India's manufacturing companies need to become an integral part of global supply chains, possess core competence and cutting-edge technology to become a $5 trillion economy and for this, our manufacturing sector has to grow in double digits on a sustained basis. To achieve the above, Production Linked Incentive  schemes to create manufacturing global champions for an Aatma Nirbhar Bharat have been announced for 13 sectors, she added.
7 new Textile Parks to be launched over 3 years
In addition to PLI, the Finance Minister proposed a scheme of Mega Investment Textiles Parks  to enable the textile industry to become globally competitive, attract large investments and boost employment generation. Smt. Sitharaman said that this will create world class infrastructure with plug and play facilities to enable create global champions in exports. 7 Textile Parks will be established over 3 years, the Finance Minister said.
Ministry of Information & Broadcasting
Shri Prakash Kumar Pankaj, Sr. Technical Director, NIC passes away
Shri Prakash Kumar Pankaj, Senior Technical Director of National Informatics Centre, passed away today in New Delhi due to complications caused by COVID. He was 51 years old. He is survived by his wife, daughter and son.
Shri PK Pankaj started his career in NIC from NIC Headquarters,as Scientist B in March 1993 and was working with the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting and its associated organizations  at the time of his demise.
He had immensely contributed in number of projects of NIC, starting from Department of Rural Informatics, NITI Ayog, D/o Investment and Public Asset Management , Development North Eastern Region etc . He also extended his support to BOC and PIB whenever required.
He will be remembered as one of the brightest and most committed and sincere officers of NIC.
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Ministry of Housing & Urban Affairs
As a new paradigm for urban development, an alternate land policy based on land pooling concept has been notified in Delhi
The Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs assists the States / Union Territories  in development of urban infrastructure through its Missions - Atal Mission for Rejuvenation and Urban Transformation 2.0 , Smart Cities Mission, Swachh Bharat Mission-Urban 2.0  and Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana-Urban .
Delhi Development Authority  is not conducting development through large scale land acquisition method. Instead, the Land Pooling Policy is being implemented in Delhi to undertake the development process. As a new paradigm for the urban development of Delhi, an alternate land policy based on land pooling concept has been notified in Delhi. Under this policy, owners or group of owners will pool land parcels for development as per prescribed norms. Landowners have shown willingness to pool their lands under land pooling policy. As on date landowners of approximately 7,313 Ha. of land have expressed their willingness to participate. No model land pooling law has been framed.
This information was given by the Minister of State for Housing & Urban Affairs, Shri Kaushal Kishore, in a written reply in the Rajya Sabha today.